Reflecting on 25 years of creative advocacy and effective action on climate, and how our past victories prepare us for serious work ahead
Backroom deal doesn’t compare with clean fuels programby Kristen Sheeran on
The oil industry wants to protect their monopoly, and wash their hands of responsiblity for cleaning our air and protecting the climate. That's what's behind their proposed "replacement" for Oregon's Clean Fuels Program. Lawmakers shouldn't fall for it.
From Portland to the Vatican and beyond... to prosperityby Carrie Hearne on
Portland is set to vote on the 2015 Climate Action Plan, an inspiring and historic vision for climate progress, economic prosperity, healthy communities and social equity in our region.
Pope urges climate action, pundits ponder the impactsby Seth Zuckerman on
Vermont vows 75 percent renewable grid by 2032, low oil prices cancel $200 billion in fossil mega-projects, India quintuples its solar targets, and more stories of the week in clean energy solutions.
Clean fuels or better transit? A false choice for Washingtonby Ross Macfarlane on
The oil industry doesn't like competition. That's why their lobbyists are working around the clock to stop Governor Inslee from adopting a Clean Fuels Standard, and telling lawmakers that we have to choose between clean air and investment in transporation infrastructure. Not true.
Bellevue builds clean energy credby Elizabeth Willmott on
Bellevue, WA has been quietly earning accolades for its achievements in sustainability, clean energy and energy efficiency. What's next for this leading city?
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The Stakes are High
This fall, here's how we protect climate progress in Washington:
• Vote NO on I-2066
• Vote NO on I-2117
In Oregon:
• Support restoring the Climate Protection Program
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